Master of Islamic Studies
Course MC-ISLMSTU (2013)
Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2013.
Year and Campus: | 2013 - Parkville |
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CRICOS Code: | 064482C |
Fees Information: | Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date |
Level: | Graduate/Postgraduate |
Duration & Credit Points: | 200 credit points taken over 24 months full time. This course is available as full or part time. |
Coordinator
Dr Muhammad Kamal:
Email: muhammad@unimelb.edu.au
Contact
The Graduate School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Course Overview: |
The Master of Islamic Studies is designed for graduates of Islamic studies (or related areas of study) with an interest in further academic exploration of the area. The masters program requires students to consider Islamic studies and related issues from a variety of perspectives and to locate these within historical, social, economic, philosophical and intellectual contexts. Students will develop their analytical and critical skills and are encouraged to adopt innovative approaches to the concepts and paradigms arising in the course. |
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Objectives: |
Students who complete the Master of Islamic Studies will have an understanding of:
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Course Structure & Available Subjects: |
200-point program:
150-point program:
100-point program: Duration: 1 year full- time/ up to 2 years part-time
Option 1: Coursework
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Option 2: Minor Thesis
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Majors/ Minors/ Specialisations | Majors/Minors/Specialisations: |
Entry Requirements: |
1. The Selection Committee will evaluate the applicant’s ability to pursue successfully the course using the following criteria –
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Core Participation Requirements: |
The course requires a standard level of ability across all disciplines. It will be assumed students are able to access and attend classes on a regular basis, are capable of learning in a University environment and will be able to take responsibility for their own learning. Any ability beyond this threshold will be robustly supported through the curriculum. Any intensive use of IT or technologies will be adequately supported. Certain subjects have more specific requirements and demands, such as fieldwork or travelling, which are clearly outlined in the Handbook's subject description. |
Further Study: | Students who complete the minor thesis may be eligible for entry into the PhD. |
Graduate Attributes: | |
Links to further information: | http://www.asiainstitute.unimelb.edu.au/ |
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